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Wolf Solent: Penguin Modern Classics
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Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781026092903
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 642
Weight: 1.95
Height: 1.29 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Wolf Solent is a profound exploration of the human psyche and the intricate relationship between man and his environment. Set in the lush, evocative landscape of Dorset, the novel follows its eponymous protagonist, a middle-aged teacher who returns to his childhood home to work as a local historian's assistant. This return triggers a deep internal conflict as Wolf navigates the dualities of his nature-the clash between his idealized internal mythology and the stark, often sordid realities of the rural community.
The narrative is celebrated for its rich, sensory prose and philosophical depth, delving into themes of sexual tension, moral ambiguity, and the search for spiritual identity. As Wolf becomes entangled with two very different women, the ethereal Gerda Torp and the intellectual Christie Malakite, his internal stability is pushed to its limits. This work is a masterpiece of early twentieth-century modernism and an essential entry in the English pastoral tradition. It captures the haunting beauty and the underlying darkness of the West Country with unparalleled sensitivity, cementing its place as a significant achievement in psychological fiction.
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